Tag: Coushatta Tribe

Golf is played in nearly every corner of the United States, and Indian Country is home to some of its most spectacular tracks. More than 60 tribally owned golf courses take advantage of stunning landscapes where panoramic views typically include mountain ranges not obstructed by buildings. Renowned golf and...

It's been more than a decade since the State of Texas forced the Alabama-Coushatta Tribe to shutter its casino in 2002.Following last fall's ruling by the National Indian Gaming Association (NIGA) that the Alabama-Coushatta and the Ysleta Tigua in El Paso could legally offer bingo and electronic bingo their...

The National Indian Gaming Commission has approved Class II gaming ordinances for the Alabama-Coushatta Reservation in East Texas and the Ysleta del Sur Pueblo near El Paso in far West Texas. The third federally recognized tribe in Texas, the Traditional Kickapoo, had already beaten back efforts by the of...

The prestigious “Native American 40 Under 40” award is bestowed upon individuals under the age of 40 who have demonstrated leadership, initiative, and dedication and made significant contributions in business and their community. They are nominated by members of their communities.Names of the 2015 class of award recipients been...

In Texas, it is illegal for casinos to pay cash for slot-machine winnings. But it is lawful to play on the machines, and receive non-cash prizes, like a stuffed bear.Despite this ban, The New York Times reported Wednesday that those illegal cash payouts (which were observed by their are...